1987 Opel Senator vs. 1974 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1987 Opel Senator is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Opel Senator (178 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1974 Triumph 2000. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1974 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Opel Senator weights approximately 291 kg more than 1974 Triumph 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Opel Senator (240 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Triumph 2000. (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1987 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Opel Senator | 1974 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Opel | Triumph |
| Model | Senator | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2700 mm |
